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Reinette de France apple tree
Malus domestica Reinette de France
The Malus domestica Reinette de France is an ancient and venerable apple tree, renowned for its rich and complex tasting fruits, which are said to be the best of the Reinettes. This fruit tree, which has its origins in traditional French and Belgian orchards, is not only a bearer of delicious...
Description
Height at maturity
4 m
Wingspan at maturity
3,50 m
Exposure
Sun, partial shade
Flowering
mid-April
Hardiness
-25°C
Origin
France - Belgium
The Malus domestica Reinette de France is an ancient and venerable apple tree, renowned for its rich and complex tasting fruits, which are said to be the best of the Reinettes. This fruit tree, which has its origins in traditional French and Belgian orchards, is not only a bearer of delicious fruits, but also an essential element of biodiversity in our gardens. With a height at maturity of up to 4 m and a spread of 3.50 m, the Reinette de France apple tree is a medium-sized tree with a compact shape that adapts well to both small and large spaces. Its flowering period is late, in April, it offers a spectacle of white flowers tinged with pink, which will not fail to attract pollinators such as bees.
The apples of the Malus domestica Reinette de France are round and slightly flattened, they are between 7 and 8 cm in diameter. They are greenish yellow in colour with pinkish red hues on the sunny side, the flesh is yellow and firm, their flavour is described as very sweet, finely acidulated and very fragrant, making them an ideal choice for fresh consumption, but also for cooking. Generally ready to be picked in October, they can be kept until April.
Pollinator varieties compatible with the Reinette de France apple tree include other classics such as the Belle fleur simple, the Cwastresse Simple, the Reinette Étoilée and the Court-Pendu Gris, Rose et Rouge and other varieties of fruit apple or ornamental apple with late flowering.
To grow the Reinette de France apple tree, it is advisable to choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Annual pruning will help maintain the shape of the tree and promote a better harvest. It is also important to watch for common diseases such as canker to which it is susceptible. On the other hand, it is very resistant to scab.
In conclusion, the Malus domestica Reinette de France is an excellent choice for those looking to enrich their garden or orchard with a very old variety apple tree, producing tasty fruits.
Features
- Common name : Reinette de France apple tree
- Family : Rosaceae
- Category : grafted low stem fruit tree
- Spread : 3,50 m
- Foliage : deciduous
- Color of flowers : Pinkish white
- Fruit : Very sweet, tangy apple, with yellow flesh, very fragrant.
- Harvest : October
- Use : isolated - orchard
- Soil : all
- Habit : compact
- Enemies : aphids - caterpillars - red spiders
- Possible diseases : Canker, resistant to scab
- rootstock : M111
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